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Informative Writing Structure Worksheet

Help a new visitor understand how an ice rink works. Read the short information text, explore how it is organised, then plan and write your own informative piece. Use facts, clear paragraphs and an objective tone.

Read: How an ice rink stays frozen

Indoor ice rinks use several systems to keep their skating surfaces frozen. Indoor rinks can stay frozen even when the air around them is warm. Under the ice, a network of pipes carries a very cold liquid called brine. The brine removes heat from the water above it, so the water freezes. Before a rink opens, workers spray on thin layers of water. Each layer freezes before the next is added. This gradual process helps create a smooth, strong surface. During a skating session, blades scrape tiny bits of ice away and skates can leave grooves. At regular breaks, a resurfacing machine spreads a thin layer of warm water across the ice. The water fills the grooves and freezes into a smoother surface. Rink staff also check the ice temperature and thickness. If the ice becomes too warm, it may soften. If it is too cold, it can become brittle. Careful temperature control helps keep the surface safer and more comfortable for skaters.

Notice the structure

Informative texts explain a topic using facts. A useful structure is an introduction that names the topic, body paragraphs that group and explain key information, and a conclusion that sums up the main idea.

1.What is the main purpose of the passage, “How an ice rink stays frozen”?

To persuade readers to go skating
To entertain readers with a story about skaters
To explain facts about how an ice rink works
To describe the writer’s favourite sport

2.What topic does the opening sentence introduce?

3.Put these steps in the order described in the passage. Write 1, 2 and 3 beside them.

A resurfacing machine spreads warm water over grooves.

Cold brine removes heat from the water above the pipes.

Workers add thin layers of water, letting each layer freeze.

4.Which paragraph gives details about maintaining a smooth surface during skating sessions?

The first paragraph
The second paragraph
The third paragraph

5.True or false: The passage says that rink staff check the ice temperature and thickness.

TrueFalse

6.Why does the writer mention that ice can become too warm or too cold? Use a detail from the passage in your answer.

7.Which sentence best suits an informative text about an ice rink?

Skating is the most amazing activity, and everyone should try it!
A resurfacing machine spreads a thin layer of water across the ice.
I love watching the resurfacing machine because it looks cool.

8.The final paragraph explains how temperature control helps skaters. In one sentence, explain how this works.

Plan an informative text

Alex is preparing a short information guide for first-time visitors to the ice rink. Use facts from the passage and organise your ideas before writing.

9.Write a clear topic sentence for a paragraph explaining how an ice rink stays frozen.

10.Plan a three-paragraph information text called “Keeping Ice Rink Ice Smooth”. Write an introduction idea, one focus for the body paragraph, and a concluding idea.

11.Write a short paragraph explaining how a resurfacing machine helps maintain an ice rink. Include a topic sentence and at least two supporting facts from the passage. Keep your tone factual.